 Arte de América Hispana Septermber 15, 2005 - HYP Network, the leading independent publisher of Spanish language yellow page directories in the United States announced today the official launch of the Arte de América Hispana contest in Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area. This competition covering in the Metropolitan Area, allows local artists and art students, 18 or older, to submit works of art that reflect their interpretation or rendition of Hispanic Heritage in the area. As in all other markets were it publishes directories, HYP Network promotes this event to celebrate and support the unique Hispanic heritage of different communities. A blue ribbon panel consisting of area dignitaries, Hispanic sports celebrities, and local television news personalities, will judge the winning entry on February 2006. The award and unveiling celebration will be held on April 6th, 2006. The winning artist will receive a $3,000 prize while the second place and third place will receive $1,000 and $500 respectively. The winning work of art will be reproduced on the front cover of Directorio en Español's 2006 edition, and will be adapted for other promotional items such as posters, billboards, and t-shirts. The contest runs from September 15th, 2005 through January 31st, 2006. All artists interested in participating can download an application and contest guidelines at the company's web sites – www.hypnetwork.com. Artwork will not be accepted unless accompanied by a signed and completed application form. This event is made possible by the support of the following sponsors: About HYP Network HYP Network is the leading independent publisher of Spanish language yellow page directories in the United States. HYP Network is 100% focused on providing the business community with tools and expertise to effectively reach the expanding Hispanic market. HYP Network publishes dedicated directories and offers programs which serve and celebrate the rich heritage of the Hispanic community, such as an exclusive local Hispanic art competition, whose winners grace the covers of their directories. The Company presently publishes 13 directories in Tampa, Orlando, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, Atlanta, North Georgia and Phoenix. HYP Network has announced plans to launch in San Antonio. HYP Network also sells national advertising into Spanish language directories in Miami and Broward County, Florida. The Company is majority owned by ABRY Partners of Boston, MA. Contact: Luisa Gaviria About ABRY Partners ABRY Partners, based in Boston, MA, is one of the oldest and largest private equity funds in North America investing exclusively in media, entertainment and communications companies. ABRY has $3.0 billion of capital under management and since 1989 has completed over $16.0 billion of leveraged acquisitions and other media sector private equity transactions. |
